2009 BMW 550 vs. 1974 Volvo 164
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Volvo 164. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Volvo 164 would be higher. At 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1974 Volvo 164. (142 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 Volvo 164. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1974 Volvo 164. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Volvo 164. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Volvo 164.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 550 | 1974 Volvo 164 | |
Make | BMW | Volvo |
Model | 550 | 164 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2978 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 142 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 58 L |